1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | L 200 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2960 mm |